CHANEL 1984 Vintage Archival Iconic Red 2.55 Timeless Double Flap 24k GHW W/Box

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An Archival Iconic Fashion Piece from 1984 Fall/Winter Ready To Wear Collection. A stunning piece – One of The Very First Timeless Double Flap Red Letter Box Diamond Quilted Double Flap Bag Designed by Karl Lagerfeld in 1984 with 6 digit numbers starting with 1. Handcrafted from leather lambskin diamond quilted, it is a double flap in red (British letter box red). Double interlaced leather and gold chain, 24k gold-plated (distinguishable by a heavy, rich gold shine) with the stamp on the CC logo turn lock. The interior is lined in red inspired by the uniform Coco Chanel wore in the convent. Two compartment, one front pocket, another compartment with two slit pockets and one zipper Eclair pocket on the interior flap. A “Must-have” a very rare, the first produced in 1984 in RED British Letter box colour, a highly sought after, investment collector piece for your wardrobe!

The Story Behind: KARL LAGERFELD began his career in fashion in the 1950s, working for several top fashion houses in France including Balmain, Patou and Chloé before joining Chanel in 1983. From 1983 until his death in 19 February 2019 (aged 85) he remained the key designer for Chanel. When Karl Lagerfeld was hired, Chanel was considered a “near-dead brand” at the time since the death of designer Coco Chanel in 1971. Karl Lagerfeld took over the couture collection in 1983 and brought life back into CHANEL, making it a huge success by revamping its ready-to-wear fashion line. Karl Lagerfeld integrated the interlocked CC monogram from the initials of Coco Chanel into a style pattern for the House of Chanel for ever.

In 1983-1984, Karl Lagerfeld introduced the CC lock, transitioning from the original 2.55 “Mademoiselle” lock. He modernised Chanel by introducing modern elements to the classic iconic quilted bags by adding his own design the iconic interlaced leather-chain and the interlocking (twist lock) the double CC locks during the 1984 Fall/Winter Ready-to-Wear Fashion shows in Paris. While black and beige were staples, red was embraced as a signature colour representing passion.

1984–1986: The First Serial Stickers — 6-Digit Number
Chanel began using serial numbers in 1984 as part of a broader effort to combat counterfeiting. These early stickers featured a 6-digit serial number starting with the number 1 (1XXXXX), printed on a white sticker with black number and placed under a clear adhesive. Chanel bags with a 6-digit serial numbers were produced early in the brand’s serialisation, specifically between 1984 and 1986. These vintage bags with 6-digit often feature a white sticker covered by a protective film are very rare to find.